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1. Shorts: First things first, you MUST avoid pleats in the front of your shorts they make you look heavier and the lines won't stay as clean as a flat front pair when out for a whole day. We are seeing a huge nautical theme this summer in clothes and a fun pair of patterned shorts fits right in with this trend! Look for shorts that hit from the middle of your kneecap to 2-3 inches above your knee, and are a slimmer cut.

2. Tanks: Everything retro is back in style and the man-tank is one of the biggest ways we are seeing that in menswear this summer. Go with color and pattern when choosing a tank. Less material means you can do more with the tank without being overwrought with a bold print. Aztec and neon patterns are very popular and add fun details. A tank still needs to fit correctly: without gaping arms holes (no one wants to see that when it needs to be covered) and the length needs to be at least to the belt line.

3. Tees: When you are out on vacation, the last thing you want to have to do is fuss with your clothing at every scene change. A nice polo style shirt can get you from golf in the morning to dinner without having to make a switch. Choose one in a lightweight wrinkle resistant material that will give you the longevity you need for a long summer day.

**Sizing for shirts guys: You are not all size large and that is ok with all the rest of us! Choose a shirt by how it fits you not by how you wish you could fill it. A good fitting shirt should rest below your belt line on your pants and the arms seams should sit outside of the shoulder but not down the arm.

4. Boat Shoes: Please do not wear sandals with socks. I know we live in Oregon where is sometimes is colder in the summer mornings but resist the urge and suffer the chilly toes. Please, I beg of you! Here's our nautical theme again: look for a boat shoe instead. They provide a lot of support and versatility as you can wear them with shorts or pants. Just be sure to wear short, ankle socks with them to avoid a similar problem to the sandals and socks issue.

5. Bold Accessories: Bold colors are the superstar of summer this year and an easy way to incorporate this trend into your life is by grabbing some bright accessories. Choose a bigger pair of sunglasses that fit snugly so you can play frisbee in them but they don't have to be just for athletics, or a bright oversized watch. If you are not into color, choose white for the same color-pop effect without all the drama. The added bonus: white makes you look tanner!